In Japanese, HASU means “lotus flower”, a symbol of purity because it blossoms unblemished from the earth. The name of the HASU washbasin family draws strongly on the meaning of this word: thanks to its exceptionally small base, the HASU washbasin rises from the countertop just like a lotus bud. Its soft lines emphasise a sense of elevation, as though it were gently “offering itself” to whoever comes to use it. Mounted on a pedestal, its silhouette is enhanced even further, creating an architectural element with a strong personality.